DeKalb County Police Chief Mirtha Ramos Resigns After Five Years Sparking Community Concerns

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DeKalb County police Chief Mirtha Ramos announced her resignation on Thursday after more than five years in the role, during which she became the county's first female police chief. Currently on leave, Ramos did not provide a reason for her departure, and Gregory Padrick has been appointed as interim chief. The county is facing a significant staffing shortage within the police department, with over a third of the positions unfilled, prompting plans for a $10.4 million investment in recruitment and retention to address the issue.